How far is Germantown Hills, IL from Markham, IL?
The driving distance from Germantown Hills, IL to Markham, IL is about 128.8 miles (207.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Germantown Hills and Markham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Germantown Hills and Markham.
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Start on State Route 116
1338 ft · 34 sec · State Route 116
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Continue on State Route 116
4.6 mi · 8 min · State Route 116
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Continue on West Mount Vernon Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · West Mount Vernon Street
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Continue on State Route 116
3.9 mi · 5 min · State Route 116
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Continue on County Road 1400 North
2.8 mi · 5 min · County Road 1400 North
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Continue on West Front Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Front Street
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Continue on West Husseman Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West Husseman Street
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Continue on County Road 1400 North
3.3 mi · 6 min · County Road 1400 North
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Continue on County Road 2100 E
1.3 mi · 2 min · County Road 2100 E
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Turn right onto County Road 1800 North
5.6 mi · 10 min · County Road 1800 North
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Turn left
1173 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
35.9 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Chicago
1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
75.4 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Kedzie Avenue
1232 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Kedzie Avenue
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Turn left onto 163rd Street
20 m · 3 sec · 163rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 163rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Germantown Hills and Markham.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 East
Merge slight left
75.4 mi · 01h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers leaving Germantown Hills and Showers And Thunderstorms near Markham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Germantown Hills to Markham?
The road trip is about 128.8 miles (207.3 km) and usually takes 02h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Naplate is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.5 miles from Germantown Hills and 59.3 miles from Markham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.23 one way or $42.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Germantown Hills and Showers And Thunderstorms near Markham.
Stop Ideas Near Naplate
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Germantown Hills and Markham. Straight-line distance: 108.48 mi (174.58 km).
#1 Germantown Hills
City in Woodford County, Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 3,390 |
| Coordinates | 40.7664300, -89.4678700 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Markham
A city located in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 13,400 |
| Coordinates | 41.5936500, -87.6947700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: 163rd Street (-87.694771, 41.593508)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.67 | $21.23 | $42.45 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $24.08 | $48.16 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $26.56 | $53.12 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $29.90 | $59.80 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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